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Kenya deploys new commander to pacify DR Congo

Kenya has finally deployed a new commander to the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF), banking on his past experience in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), to deal with concerns raised by Kinshasa. Maj-Gen Aphaxard Muthuri Kiugu assumed office in Goma on Thursday, where he will face a multitude …

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Five players who snubbed Ghana to play for the Netherlands

Ghana is blessed with enormous talents. The Black Stars in recent times has seen the influx of Ghanaian players from the diaspora switch nationalities to play for the motherland. Ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, about eight players switched nationalities from different countries to play for Ghana. …

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Tinubu Will Not Have To Travel Abroad For Medical Care With The New Medical Center- Aisha Buhari

A new medical facility in the presidential mansion was opened by the president’s wife, Aisha Buhari, and the president. The medical center is acknowledged as having access to high-end medical services and care. Speaking about the Aso Rock villa’s high-quality medical facility, Aisha Buhari said that Bola Tinubu, the incoming president, won’t …

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GPRTU asks drivers to halt 10% transport fare reduction

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has asked drivers across the country to halt the proposed 10 percent reduction of transport fares for now. The union has told its members to continue charging existing fares. On May 15, 2023, there was a directive for transport fares to be reduced …

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Kenya to roll out 1 million locally assembled smartphones in 2 months

Kenya plans to roll out the first consignment of one million locally assembled smartphones in two months at a unit retail price of Ksh5,484 ($40), in a bid to foster digital access and inclusion. ICT Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo said the affordability of smart devices has been a major hindrance …

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Ahmed Suale was killed in similar styled case after meeting AG to give testimony against Nyantakyi — Anas

An Accra High Court’s order for undercover investigator Anas Aremeyaw Anas to reveal his identity to former Ghana Football Association President, Kwasi Nyantakyi in chambers before testifying in open court wearing a face mask has been declined. Anas cites concerns about his security and safety. Tiger Eye PI, an investigative …

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PDP wants African leaders to boycott Nigeria’s inaugural ceremony

African leaders have been advised by Nigeria’s major opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to abstain from the country’s impending inauguration ceremony, which will see President-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu take the oath of office. Speaking exclusively to the Daily Statesman, the spokesperson for PDP Presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, Otunba Segun Showunmi, …

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Water tariffs to go up from June 1

The cost of water services will see an increment following review and approval by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) effective June 1, 2023. PURC in a statement for the review for the second quarter of 2023 also announced increased tariffs for electricity and natural gas by 18.36% across the …

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Brace yourselves, consequences of IMF deal about to ‘bite’ hard – Minority to Ghanaians

The Minority Caucus in parliament has said that Ghanaians are yet to face the full consequences of the IMF deal in the coming days. Their comments come following the approval of the $3 billion-dollar loan request by the IMF board on Wednesday, May 17, 2023. The Minority believes that Ghanaians …

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